Police unravel $1 million embezzling case

A former bookkeeper for a Bloomfield Township staffing company is accused of stealing more than $1 million from the business over the past six years.

Debbie Broich, 52, of Pinckney, was arraigned Dec. 21 in 48th District on six separate criminal counts. She’s charged with five felony counts of embezzlement over $100,000, and one felony count of embezzlement over $50,000 but less than $100,000.

Bloomfield Township Det. Sgt. John Weise said the owner of the company became suspicious after reviewing the company’s checking account and finding multiple checks issued to Broich. A lengthy police investigation determined she was embezzling the cash.

“They trusted her with the books,” Weise said. “She didn’t use the money to buy anything extravagant … just car payments, credit card bills and everyday living expenses.”

Broich pleaded not-guilty the charges and posted a $250,000 bond. She’s due back in court on Feb. 6.